1 PhD Position and 1 Postdoctoral Position – ERC project on High-Energy Multi-messenger Astrophysics

Submission Information
Publish Date: 
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Archive Date: 
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Job Summary
Job Category: 
Post-doctoral Positions and Fellowships
Institution Classification/Type: 
Foreign
Institution/Company: 
University of Wuerzburg
Department Name: 
Institut für Theoretische Physik und Astrophysik
Street Line 1: 
Emil-Fischer Str. 31
City: 
Wuerzburg
State/Province: 
Bavaria
Zip/Postal: 
D-97074
Country: 
Germany
Announcement
Job Announcement Text: 

The astroparticle group of Prof. Buson invites applications for 1 PhD student and 1 Postdoc position at the interface of high-energy astrophysics, time-domain and multi-messenger astronomy, with a starting date as early as Fall 2021. The positions are available in the framework of the project MessMapp, funded under H2020-EU.1.1. (ERC; Proposal number: 949555). The successful candidates will pursue cutting-edge research in the multi-messenger astrophysics field. They will conduct primarily research on radio-loud AGN, to explore the potential interplay between high-energy transient and variable sources and the origin of astrophysical neutrinos.

Qualification: The ideal candidates have a Master's/PhD degree in physics or astrophysics for the PhD/postdoc position, respectively, a strong background in AGN physics, high-energy astrophysics and/or neutrino astronomy, and solid knowledge of at least one programming language (Python, C++). Experience with optical and/or X-ray observatories and/or database handling (e.g. MySQL or similar) is of advantage for the postdoc position. English language knowledge at the level B1 of CEFR or above is required.

Applications, including a cover letter, CV, publication list, a brief research summary, and a copy of the Master’s/PhD certificate (if applicable), should be sent electronically preferably as a single PDF document to: [email protected]

Applicants should also arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent separately to the e-mail address above.

Applications received by September 15, 2021 will be given full consideration. However, the positions will remain open after this first deadline until suitable candidates are found.

Included Benefits: 

The appointment is for three years for the PhD position and two years for the postdoc position. The contracts are fixed-term positions. A possible extension depends on the availability of further funds and mutual satisfaction. The salary will be based on the German federal public service salary scale (E13 TV-L; 66% for PhD positions, 100% for postdoc positions), amounting to a gross salary of approximately 2900-3050 EUR per month for the PhD position (4400-4600 EUR per month for the postdoc position). Successful candidates will receive standard unemployment, health, and retirement benefits according to the German law. 

We value equality and diversity in research and encourage women and members of other underrepresented groups to apply. Preference will also be given to people with disabilities in case of equivalent qualification.

Working environment:  Computing resources and support for travelling are excellent. Group members have the opportunity to attend international conferences and schools, and benefit from other educational and supporting measures. The group working environment will be stimulating and allow for personal growth.

Application Deadline: 
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Selection Deadline: 
Sunday, October 31, 2021
Current Status of Position: 
Accepting Applicants
Apply to Job
Attention To: 
Sara Buson
Title: 
Prof.
Institution/Company: 
University of Wuerzburg
Department Name: 
Institut für Theoretische Physik und Astrophysik
City: 
Wuerzburg
State/Province: 
Bavaria
Zip/Postal Code: 
D-97074
Country: 
Germany
Inquiries About Job
Attention To: 
Project PI: Sara Buson
Subject: 
MessMapp PhD/PD Application